Vegetarian Recipes That Are Anything but Boring

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Vegetarian recipes that are anything but boring

The tired trope of vegetarian food being boring couldn't be further from the truth. Virtually every dish can be reimagined as vegetarian, and these recipes will prove it.

Stacker compiled a list of vegetarian recipes from Allrecipes. The meals herein are as diverse as curries, pizzas, open-faced sandwiches, and casseroles—and they're anything but boring. Keep reading to discover healthy, vegetarian alternatives for your next Meatless Monday (or any other day of the week)

Brown Rice Buddha Bowl

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 18 mins
- Total: 48 mins
- Servings: 3
- Yield: 3 servings
- Number of ingredients: 17
- Read more about the recipe here

Vegetable Biryani (Tehri)

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 16 mins
- Additional: 20 mins
- Total: 51 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Fresh Pesto Pizza

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 25 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 pizza
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Roasted Eggplant Lasagna

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Additional: 20 mins
- Total: 1 hr 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 13
- Read more about the recipe here

Crazy Creamy Chickpea Curry

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 10 cups
- Number of ingredients: 20
- Read more about the recipe here

Chef John's Shakshuka

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 16
- Read more about the recipe here

Authentic Falafels

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Additional: 9 hrs
- Total: 9 hrs 40 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

Pad Thai with Tofu

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Additional: 10 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 main-dish servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Stuffed Peppers My Way

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

California Melt

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 2 mins
- Total: 17 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 open-faced sandwiches
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Manicotti

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Chili Rellenos Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Proper Pesto

- Prep: 10 mins
- Additional: 25 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 8 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Sean's Falafel and Cucumber Sauce

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Additional: 30 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 22
- Read more about the recipe here

Homemade Mac and Cheese

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Quick Noodle-Veggie Bowls

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Total: 20 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Emily's Excellent Taco Casserole

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Gnocchi I

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 3
- Read more about the recipe here

Manicotti

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 75 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Authentic Mexican Chili Rellenos

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Additional: 15 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Eggplant Parmesan II

- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Zucchini Patties

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 12 patties
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Chili Rellenos Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Crustless Spinach Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 5
- Yield: 1 - 9x9 inch pan
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Fried Eggplant

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 4
- Read more about the recipe here

Homemade Four Cheese Ravioli

- Prep: 45 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Additional: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 20 ravioli
- Number of ingredients: 19
- Read more about the recipe here

Loaded Vegetarian Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 55 mins
- Additional: 5 mins
- Total: 80 mins
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 1 deep-dish quiche
- Number of ingredients: 14
- Read more about the recipe here

3 Cheese Enchiladas

- Prep: 40 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Spinach Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 - 9 inch quiche
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

5-Ingredient Mexican Casserole

- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 30 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 5
- Read more about the recipe here

Zucchini and Cheese

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Zucchini e Pomodori Gratinati (Zucchini and Tomato Gratin)

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 1 9x12-inch dish
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Eggplant Parmesan Casserole

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
- Total: 1 hr 20 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 1 8x8-inch dish
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Portobello Mushroom Burgers

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Tomato Basil Penne Pasta

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Briam (Greek Baked Zucchini and Potatoes)

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr 30 mins
- Total: 1 hr 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 7
- Read more about the recipe here

Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 35 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 patties
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Easy Broccoli Quiche

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 11
- Read more about the recipe here

Stuffed Shells III

- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 30 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 9x13-inch dish
- Number of ingredients: 10
- Read more about the recipe here

Veggie Pizza

- Prep: 25 mins
- Additional: 2 hrs
- Total: 2 hrs 25 mins
- Servings: 16
- Yield: 16 servings
- Number of ingredients: 12
- Read more about the recipe here

Cauliflower Cheesy Bites

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Total: 50 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 cheesy bites
- Number of ingredients: 6
- Read more about the recipe here

Spinach Enchiladas

- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Total: 40 mins
- Servings: 5
- Yield: 5 servings
- Number of ingredients: 9
- Read more about the recipe here

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Total: 1 hr 5 mins
- Servings: 2
- Yield: 2 baked potatoes
- Number of ingredients: 3
- Read more about the recipe here

Spaghetti Squash I

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Total: 45 mins
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 servings
- Number of ingredients: 8
- Read more about the recipe here

Authentic Saag Paneer

- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Total: 60 mins
- Servings: 4
- Yield: 4 servings
- Number of ingredients: 15
- Read more about the recipe here

Spinach Lasagna III

- Prep: 35 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Additional: 15 mins
- Total: 1 hr 50 mins
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 12 servings
- Number of ingredients: 16
- Read more about the recipe here